Sole Source Requirement with 3DB Labs for the FY25 Sceptre Software Support Agreement Renewal
ID: 1301250201Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVAL AIR WARFARE CENTER AIR DIVPATUXENT RIVER, MD, 20670-1545, USA

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Software Publishers (513210)

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IT AND TELECOM - BUSINESS APPLICATION SOFTWARE (PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7A21)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division, is seeking a sole source procurement for the renewal of the Sceptre Software Support Agreement with 3DB Labs Inc. This contract entails providing an additional year of software support and maintenance for Sceptre software licenses, which are critical for advanced signal generation and analysis in electronic warfare applications. The period of performance for this contract is set from May 31, 2025, to May 31, 2026, ensuring continued access to essential updates and support for the software. Interested parties can direct inquiries to Shannon Canada at shannon.m.canada.civ@us.navy.mil, and must complete required provisions to be considered for the award.

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    The Atlantic Test Range (ATR) seeks a software support agreement for Sceptre software, utilized for threat signal generation and analysis. The request entails securing one Sceptre PRO license and three Sceptre 10G licenses, which are essential for processing signal data at rates exceeding 10 Gigabits/sec. The initiative aims to ensure continued access to advanced signal analysis capabilities, particularly for a range of electronic warfare tasks. The software support agreement will cover one year of updates and maintenance for each of the licenses specified, managed through the 3dB Labs Portal. The period of performance spans from May 31, 2025, to May 31, 2026, during which ATR will receive necessary updates and support to optimize their signal processing operations. This document outlines ATR's commitment to maintaining industry-standard technology to enhance its electronic warfare capabilities efficiently and effectively.
    The document outlines essential provisions that must be completed and signed by offerors in response to federal Requests for Proposals (RFPs). Specifically, it details representation regarding covered telecommunications equipment and services as mandated by the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act. Offerors must confirm whether they provide such equipment or services in their government contracts. The provisions include definitions of key terms, the prohibition against procuring such items, and instructions on how to disclose relevant information. The document emphasizes the need for due diligence by offerors, including checking the System for Award Management (SAM) for excluded parties. Completing these representations is crucial for eligibility in federal contract awards. Overall, the provisions aim to prevent the use of certain telecommunications technologies that may pose security risks to government operations, thereby promoting transparency and accountability in federal procurement processes.
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